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SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1. Product identifier

Trade name R513A (DuPont™ Opteon® XP10)
Refrigerant mixture HFC-HFO (2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoropropene, 1,1,1,2-
Chemical description
Tetrafluoroethane)
CAS N° --
CE N° --
Index N° --
Registration n° --
Chemical formula (C2H2F4 , C3H2F4)

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Relevant identified uses Industrial and professional
Test gas/Calibration gas
Use for manufacture of electronic/photovoltaic components
Use as refrigerant
Laboratory use
Contact supplier for more information on uses
Uses advised against Consumer use not recommended

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

MULTIGAS
Company identification Route de l’Industrie 102
CH-1564 Domdidier

Phone number +41 (0) 26 676 94 94

E-mail address info@multigas.ch

1.4. Emergency telephone numbers

145 (Toxicology Centre Zurich) or +41 (0) 44 251 51 51
+41 (0) 26 676 94 94 (Multigas)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Physical hazards Gases under pressure : Liquefied gas H280
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For the complete H-sentences texts mentioned in that chapter, refer to Section 16

2.2. Label elements

Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]

Hazard pictograms

GHS04
Signal word Warning
Hazard statements
H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
Precautionary statements
P410+403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place

2.3. Other hazards

None

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substances

Name Product identifier Concentration Classification

(CAS-No.) 754-12-1
2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoropropene (EC-No.) 468-710-7 Flam. Gas 1, H220
(EC Index-No.) --- 55 – 57 %
(R1234yf) (Registration-No.) Press. Gas (Liq.), H280
01-0000019665-61

(CAS-No.) 811-97-2
1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane (EC-No.) 212-377-0
(EC Index-No.) --- 43 - 45 % Press. Gas (Liq.), H280
(R134A) (Registration-No.)
01-2119459374-33

For the complete H-sentences texts mentioned in that chapter, refer to Section 16
Contains no other components or impurities which will influence the classification of the product
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3.2. Mixtures
Not established

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures

General advice
In case of inhalation
In case of skin contact
In case of eyes contact
In case of ingestion
See a doctor. Show this safety data sheet to the attending physician
In case of inhalation, remove the person from the contaminated area. In
case of respiratory arrest, give artificial respiration. See a doctor
Frostbite should be treated like thermal burns: Immediate, abundant and
prolonged washing with water. Consult a doctor
Immediate washing, abundant and prolonged with water. If irritation
persists, consult a doctor
Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Rinse mouth with water. See a doctor

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
May cause asphyxiation at high concentrations. Symptoms may include
loss of consciousness or motor skills. The victim may not be aware of the
asphyxia
Refer to section 11

4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Do not give adrenaline or similar drugs

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Water spray or water mist. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Foam
Unsuitable extinguishing media Do not use water jet

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards
Hazardous combustion products
In case of fire or excessive heat, hazardous combustion products may be
produced
Exposure to fire may cause containers to rupture/explode
In case of fire or excessive heat, hazardous combustion products may be
produced such as : carbonyl fluoride, carbon monoxide, hydrogen fluoride

5.3. Additional information

Cool endangered receptacles with water spray jet from a protected position
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SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Avoid breathing vapours, spray mists or gases
Provide adequate ventilation
Evacuate personnel to a safe place
Personal protective equipment, see section 8

6.2. Environmental precautions

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6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Ventilate the area

6.4. Reference to other sections

See also sections 8 and 13

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes
Avoid breathing vapours or mist
Take measures to avoid the accumulation of electrostatic charges
For precautions, see section 2.2

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store in a cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-
ventilated place
Content under pressure

7.3. Specific end use(s)

None
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SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters

Components with occupational exposure limits
Exposure value Control
Component CAS N° Source
type parameter
-
TWA
2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoropropene - No limit value of
754-12-1 exposure to
(R1234yf) - workstations
OEL
-
1’000 ppm SUVA: Limit values of
TWA exposure to
1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane 4’200 mg/m3 workstations
811-97-2
(R134A) - SUVA: Limit values of
OEL exposure to
- workstations

8.2. Exposure controls

8.2.1. Appropriate engineering controls

Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation
Gas detectors should be used when flammable / toxic gases / vapours are
likely to be released

8.2.2. Individual protection measures, e.g. personal protective equipment

Eye/face protection
Skin / hand protection
Respiratory protection
Wear goggles and a face shield when transfilling or breaking transfer
connections. Standard EN 166
Wear protective gloves when handling gas cylinders Standard EN 388-
Protective gloves against mechanical hazards
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU
Directive 89/686 / EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it
For short-term use
Material: Fluoroelastomer
Penetration time:> 480 min
Glove thickness: 0.7 mm
For long-term use
Material: Fluoroelastomer
Penetration time:> 480 min
Glove thickness: 0.7 mm
Have appropriate, chemical-resistant protective clothing ready for use in
emergencies
Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or positive pressure air mask
must be used in oxygenated atmospheres. Standard EN 137 - Self-
contained compressed air device with a full face mask
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8.2.3. Environmental exposure controls

-

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance
 Physical state at 20°C /
Gas
101.3kPa
 Colour Colourless
Odour No data available
Odour threshold No data available
pH No data available
Melting point / Freezing point No data available
Boiling point -29.2°C
Flash point No data available
Evaporation rate No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) No data available
Explosive limits No data available
Vapour pressure [20°C] 6.1 bar
Vapour pressure [50°C] 13.7 bar
Vapour density No data available
Relative density, liquid (water=1) 0.84
Relative density, gas (air=1) 3.7
Water solubility No data available
Partition coefficient No data available
n-octanol/water (Log Kow)
Auto-ignition temperature No data available
Decomposition temperature No data available
Viscosity No data available
Explosive properties No data available
Oxidising properties No data available
9.2. Other information
Molar mass 108.4 g/mol
Critical temperature [°C] 96.5°C
Gas/vapour heavier than air. May accumulate in confined spaces,
Relative vapour density
particularly at or below ground level
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SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
No reactivity hazard other than the effects described in sub-sections below
10.2. Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

May react violently with oxidants
May form an explosive mixture with air

10.4. Conditions to avoid

Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Avoid contact with flames
and red metal surfaces. Do not smoke

10.5. Incompatible materials

Alkaline and alkaline earth metals, Strong oxidizers, Finely divided metals
For more information on compatibility, refer to ISO 11114

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition
products should not be produced

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Chemical safety assessment

Acute toxicity No toxicological effects expected with this product if exposure limit values
are not exceeded
Skin corrosion/irritation No data available
Serious eye damage/irritation No data available
Respiratory or skin sensitisation No data available
Germ cell mutagenicity No data available
Carcinogenicity No data available
Reproductive toxicity No data available
STOT-single exposure – Target No data available
organ(s)
STOT-repeated exposure No data available
Ingestion hazard No data available
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SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Assessment Not very harmful for fish

12.2. Persistence and degradability

No data available

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

No data available

12.4. Mobility in soil

No data available

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

PBT / vPvB assessment is not available because the chemical safety
assessment is not required / is not conducted

12.6. Other adverse effects

Contains fluorinated greenhouse gases
When discharged in large quantities may contribute to the greenhouse
effect

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods

Product Must not be released into the atmosphere
Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber
Return to the supplier the product not consumed in its original container
Contaminated container Eliminate as unused product
Contact the supplier if instructions are needed
OMoD Code 14 06 01
Solvent, refrigerant and aerosol propellant or organic foam wastes:
Chlorofluorocarbons, HCFCs, HFCs

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1. UN number
Transport par road/rail Transport by sea Transport by air
ADR / RID IMDG IATA
1078 1078 1078
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14.2. UN proper shipping name

Transport par road/rail Transport by sea Transport by air
ADR / RID IMDG IATA

REFRIGERANT GAS ; N.O.S. REFRIGERANT GAS ; N.O.S. REFRIGERANT GAS ; N.O.S.

(REFRIGERANT GAS R 513A) (REFRIGERANT GAS R 513A) (REFRIGERANT GAS R 513A)

14.3. Transport hazard class(es)

Labelling

ADR/RID
IMDG 2.2 : Non-flammable, non-toxic gases
IATA

14.4. Packing group

ADR/RID
IMDG Not established
IATA

14.5. Environmental hazards

ADR/RID None
IMDG None
ICAO-TI / IATA-DGR None

14.6. Special precautions for user

No data available

14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of Marpol and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

This safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (CE) No. 1907/2006

15.2. Chemical safety assessment

A CSA has not been made yet
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SECTION 16: Other information

Indication of changes Revised safety data sheet in accordance with commission regulation (EU)
No 2015/830
Abbreviations and acronyms ADR : European Agreement concerning the International Carriage
of Dangerous Goods by Road
CAS : Chemical Abstract Service number (USA)
CLP : Classification Labelling Packaging Regulation; Regulation
(EC) No 1272/2008
CSA : Chemical Safety Assessment
EIGA : European Industrial Gases Association
EINECS : European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical
Substances
EN : European Standard
ATE : Acute Toxicity Estimate
IATA : International Air Transport Association
IMDG Code : International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
LC50 : Lethal Concentration to 50 % of a test population
OMoD : Swiss Ordinance on the movement of waste
PBT : Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic
PPE: Personal Protection Equipment
REACH : Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of
Chemicals Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006
RID : Regulations concerning the international carriage of
dangerous goods by rail
RMM : Risk Management Measures
STOT-SE : Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure
UN : United Nations
vPvB : Very Persistent and Very Bioaccumulative
WGK: Water Hazards Class

Full text of H, EUH and P statements used in sections 2 and 3

Hazard statements
H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
Precautionary statements
P410+403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place
Disclaimer of liability Details given in this document have been prepared based on the most
available reliable documents and are believed to be correct at the time of
going to press
They do not claim to be exhaustive and should be considered as a guide